When a volcano erupts, pyroclastic flows are often the biggest danger to anyone nearby. These fast-flowing currents of rock, ash and hot gas are extremely difficult to study, so researchers created their own. Read the related Nature Geoscience paper here: https://go.nature.com/2Im1bYs | Nature Portfolio

This 7x-speed footage captures a massive pyroclastic flow racing down Indonesia’s Mount Semeru as the volcano unleashed a powerful eruption. | AccuWeather

What is a pyroclastic flow and why is it so dangerous? | What If

🌋🔥 Nature’s Deadliest Avalanche: The Pyroclastic Flow 🔥🌋 An unstoppable river of ash, gas, and rock — hotter than 1,000°C and faster than a car — racing down a volcano, erasing everything in its path. This is the terrifying force that buried Pompeii, and it’s still a threat today. 😳🌪️ Would you survive if one came your way? #VolcanoFacts #ExtremeEarth #PyroclasticFlow #ScienceExplained #BreakingNature ⚠️ Disclaimer: This reel may include AI-generated visuals for educational purposes. Alway